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CPSC, E-Z-GO Announce Recall to Repair Golf Cars

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Name of Product:
E-Z-GO 2002-2005 gasoline-powered Fleet and Freedom Golf Cars, and Shuttle 2+2 Personnel Carriers
Hazard:

High engine temperatures can permit fuel to get into the air filter box, posing a risk of fire.

Recall Date:
September 08, 2005
Units:

About 60,000

Consumer Contact

For more information, consumers can contact E-Z-GO at (800) 241-5855 Ext. 4558 between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm ET Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.ezgo.com.

Recall Details

Description:

The recall involves certain model year 2002 through 2005 E-Z-GO Fleet and E-Z-GO Freedom gasoline-powered golf cars and Shuttle 2+2 personnel carriers. The model names for the recalled products are TXT, Freedom and Shuttle 2+2. The model names are printed on the sides of the Freedom and Shuttle 2+2 vehicles, and the E-Z-GO logo is on the front of all three vehicles. The recalled vehicles have 9-horsepower engines and serial numbers ranging from 1451059 through 2341739. The serial numbers of early production vehicles are found on plates located on the passenger side dash housing. The serial numbers of late production vehicles are found on plates located on the body below the driver's seat and on the chassis between the seat back supports.

Remedy:

Owners of the recalled golf cars should contact the nearest E-Z-GO dealer to arrange for a free repair. E-Z-GO and E-Z-GO dealers will contact known owners to schedule an appointment for a free repair.

Incidents/Injuries:

There have been 12 reports of fire involving these gasoline-powered golf cars. There have been no injuries reported.

Sold At:
E-Z-GO and independent dealers from January 2002 through August 2005 with a manufacturer's suggested retail price ranging between $6,400 and $8,800.
Manufacturer(s):
E-Z-GO, of Augusta, Ga. - A Textron Company
Manufactured In:
United States
Recall number:
05-263

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